Visit Mae Hia
Close to town, close to the hills
From the hilltop temple on Doi Kham and the gardens of Royal Park Rajapruek to village life and the centuries-old Liang Dong ritual, just 15 minutes from Chiang Mai city.
Places to visit in Mae Hia
Ancient hilltop chedi with wide views over Chiang Mai and the airport
06:00–18:00
Large botanical park with the Ho Kham Luang pavilion and international gardens
08:00–18:00
Night zoo with tram rides close to the animals
11:00–22:00
Lua ancestor-spirit ritual site at the foot of Doi Kham
Open during the ceremony only
Venue for trade fairs, concerts and international events
Per event schedule
Green paddies below the hills; cycle through village life
All day
Cafés and restaurants overlooking fields and Doi Suthep
Usually 08:00–18:00
Local fresh market with northern Thai food and vegetables
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One day in Mae Hia
A driving route of about 25 km: start the morning on the hill, end the evening at Night Safari.
Read: One Day in Chiang Mai: Two Mae Hia Itineraries (Culture & Family)
- Wat Phra That Doi KhamPay respects and take in the morning view
- Mae Hia community marketNorthern-style breakfast
- Rice fields below the hillsCycle along the irrigation canal
- Royal Park RajapruekHo Kham Luang and international gardens
- Mountain-view caféSunset behind Doi Suthep
- Royal Park RajapruekTram ride around the park
- Lunch near RajapruekRestaurant with field views
- Convention CentreCheck for fairs or exhibitions
- Wat Phra That Doi KhamHilltop view before dusk
- Chiang Mai Night SafariNight tram safari
Traditions through the year
Local flavours of Mae Hia
Chiang Mai travel guides
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